By Peter Omopo
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has pledged to intensify efforts to eliminate unaccredited and fake driving schools across the country, as part of its broader strategy to enhance road safety and reduce accidents.
Corps Marshal Malam Shehu Mohammed made the declaration on Monday during the 2025 National Workshop for Driving School Proprietors and Instructors held in Abuja.
Mohammed emphasized that human error remains a leading factor in road traffic crashes, and underscored the importance of proper driver education through accredited institutions as a critical solution.
“We have been on this for a long time. While we may not completely eliminate fake driving schools, initiatives like this will significantly reduce road crashes,” he said. “Our focus is to identify and support genuine driving schools with the capacity to transform drivers’ behaviour and promote safety on the roads.”
He noted that driving schools serve as the first line of defence in shaping responsible drivers, and stressed the need for continuous training and retraining.
“If we continue to train and retrain drivers properly, we will develop a generation of motorists who are alert, skilled, and capable of managing risks effectively,” he added.
Mohammed disclosed that the engagement with school operators is part of a broader nationwide campaign targeting cities including Lagos, Osogbo, and Kano. The FRSC, he said, will use feedback and best practices from these sessions to create a national framework that ensures consistent quality in driver education and contributes to a marked reduction in crash statistics.
